Our asian continent in the east is reputed for its superstitions, age-old beliefs and extreme social evils governing our conservative society. The orthodox beliefs strongly steeped in the mindset of indians are how far helpful for the general welfare and development of the people and our country. Some of the aggressive social evils like the sati or atrocity against widows, divorcees, etc have not been completely eradicated. Inspite of the social reforms and laws enacted for the welfare of women, there only appears to be a cold war against women. People in general find it difficult to accept single divorcees or widows as humans amongst them. They are stigmatised and considered as a bad omen to mingle. Even in the 21st century single divorcees or widows are not allowed to shop in Malls where customers arranging marriages, etc. shop in excess. This has been my one among several personal experiences in our indian society as a single divorcee.
2007-01-28
21:33:51
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